Autism and Success: An Interview with NYT best-selling author JD Barker
New York Times international best-selling author JD Barker talks writing, autism and how he leverages his autistic traits to do the things he loves. A late-diagnosed father with an autistic child he r...
21 Okt 202441min
Why the Autistic Brain Over-responds in Emotional Situations
Autistics can sometimes feel as though their emotions are out of control. This is a brain problem rather than a behavior problem. Hear how an autistic brain is wired to be susceptible to “amygdala hij...
8 Okt 202414min
Favorite Repeat: Self-Diagnosis
If you're a self-diagnosed autistic you may wonder if self-diagnosis is as valid as a professional diagnosis. This episode explores self-diagnosis and why it might be your best choice. Support the sho...
3 Okt 202417min
What is Autism?
In this episode I talk to Jackie Schuld, author of What is Autism? Jackie shares her insights and knowledge about autism, how it affects her and what it was like learning she’s autistic. Listen and me...
16 Sep 202435min
Demand Avoidance That's Not PDA
Sometimes we avoid the demands of our everyday lives, even the ones we place on ourselves. It takes a lot of energy to resist doing what needs to be done. It’s different from PDA (Pathological Demand ...
9 Sep 202411min
Listener Favorites: Executive and Cognitive Functions
When you don’t feel like doing anything it may not be laziness. If you’re autistic it could be due to executive and cognitive functioning. Don’t miss this to learn more! Support the show RATED IN THE ...
26 Aug 202412min
Listener Favorites: Face Blindness
Do you have difficulty recognizing people? It’s frustrating to forget someone’s face. It’s not your fault—it’s face blindness also known as prosopagnosia. It varies among people. Some have trouble rec...
19 Aug 202413min
Listener Favorites: Pathological Demand Avoidance
Some people would rather hide than face the demands placed on them by themselves or others. This might be due to autism or a separate condition of its own. Learn more about this interesting disorder. ...
5 Aug 202412min
